Heavy Equipment Mechanic

🔧 Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Technician (Yellow Iron)
Sun Country Materials Landfill | Riverview, FL
Waste Connections, Inc.
Pay: $28.00 - $31.00/hour DOE
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Occasional Saturdays: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Year-Round Overtime Available
Join a Stable, Growing Industry Leader
Waste Connections is seeking a motivated, experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic / Technician to join our team at Sun Country Materials Landfill in Riverview, FL . This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanic who enjoys working on Yellow Iron and heavy equipment in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
The ideal candidate will have strong diagnostic and repair skills, experience working on heavy equipment, and a commitment to safety and teamwork. Previous waste industry experience and familiarity with fleet maintenance software are highly preferred.
What You'll Do

- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair a variety of heavy equipment and support vehicles.

- Perform preventative maintenance inspections and scheduled services.

- Repair and maintain:
- Landfill Compactors

- Dozers

- Excavators

- Motor Graders

- Haul Trucks

- Site Trucks

- Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic, electrical, suspension, brake, and air systems.

- Utilize onboard diagnostic systems and computerized equipment controls.

- Respond to equipment breakdowns, including repairs performed in the field and on the working face of the landfill.

- Complete work orders and maintenance records using fleet maintenance software.

- Order parts and build strong working relationships with vendors, site personnel, and office staff.

- Perform safety inspections and ensure equipment remains operational and compliant.

- Review Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports and complete assigned repairs.

- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

- Follow all company, environmental, and OSHA safety policies and procedures.

- Effectively communicate repair priorities and equipment needs to management and operations teams.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications

- Minimum of 2 years of heavy equipment mechanic experience

- Proven experience working on Yellow Iron/Heavy Equipment

- Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

- Must provide own tools

- Valid driver's license

- Ability to safely operate heavy equipment when necessary
Preferred Qualifications

- Waste industry experience

- Experience with fleet maintenance management software

- Previous field service experience

- Welding and fabrication experience a plus
Physical & Working Conditions

- Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry over 50 lbs.

- Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

- Frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, standing, and working in confined or awkward spaces.

- Work may be performed in a shop environment or directly in the landfill operation.

- Must be comfortable working around heavy equipment and industrial machinery.

Why Waste Connections?
✅ Competitive Pay – $28 to $31 per hour DOE
✅ Consistent Overtime Opportunities
✅ Stable, Year-Round Employment
✅ Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
✅ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
✅ Company-Paid Life Insurance
✅ Long-Term Disability Coverage
✅ 401(k) with Company Match
✅ Paid Vacation & Holidays
✅ Career Advancement Opportunities
✅ Industry-Leading Safety Culture
✅ Veteran Friendly Employer
Apply Today!
If you're an experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic looking for a long-term opportunity with a growing company that values safety, teamwork, and employee development, we want to hear from you.
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Waste Connections is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.